Junior Telecoms Engineer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Comprehensive training & mentorship

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Supportive team culture

Diverse telecoms projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Telecoms Engineer in Benoni to join its engineering team. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining network infrastructure, with mentorship from experienced engineers. Ideal for recent graduates eager to grow in telecommunications.

The position emphasizes learning, collaboration, and exposure to diverse telecoms projects, with a clear pathway for career development and a competitive starting salary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• Basic understanding of networking principles, TCP/IP and telecom concepts.
• Familiarity with routers, switches and firewalls is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies in telecoms sector.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and deployment of telecommunications network components.
• Support senior engineers in troubleshooting and resolving network issues.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on network equipment and systems.
• Help monitor network performance and generate reports on system status.
• Participate in testing new technologies and software updates for the network.
• Document network configurations, procedures, and technical resolutions.

Skills

Networking fundamentals

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field

Tools

Routers & switches

Firewalls

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic Junior Telecoms Engineer to join their growing engineering department in Benoni . This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in the telecommunications industry, working alongside experienced professionals. You will assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of network infrastructure, gaining hands‑on experience with various technologies. This role is perfect for a recent graduate or early-career professional eager to learn and contribute to a dynamic team environment. We value curiosity, a willingness to learn, and a passion for telecommunications technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and deployment of telecommunications network components.
• Support senior engineers in troubleshooting and resolving network issues.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on network equipment and systems.
• Help monitor network performance and generate reports on system status.
• Participate in testing new technologies and software updates for the network.
• Document network configurations, procedures, and technical resolutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Basic understanding of networking principles, TCP/IP, and telecommunications concepts.
• Familiarity with network hardware such as routers, switches, and firewalls is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies in the telecoms sector.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with clear pathways for career advancement.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship program from senior engineers.
• Health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Supportive team culture focused on learning and development in Benoni .
• Exposure to diverse projects within the telecommunications field.